Oscars Embrace AI in Filmmaking, Authorship Key for Nominations
Summary
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences embraced generative AI in filmmaking, stating its use won't impact Oscar eligibility, but human creative authorship remains key for nominations, alongside a new rule requiring voters to self-certify watching all films before the final round.
Key Points
- The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences acknowledged the use of generative AI in filmmaking
- The Academy says using AI neither helps nor harms a film's chances for Oscar nominations, but the degree of human creative authorship will be considered
- A new rule requires Oscar voters to self-certify they watched all films in a category before voting in the final round